Guy Hindley has been appointed as chairman of the Baltic Exchange Council, effective January 1, 2025.

Guy Hindley, Baltic Exchange Chairman.

Guy Hindley.

Hindley succeeds Lord Jeffrey Mountevans, who held the position for the past two years. Hindley, who has served on the Baltic Exchange Council since January 2019, has a distinguished career in maritime sector, including his role as managing partner of dry cargo division at Howe Robinson, where he has been a key figure since for nearly four decades.

Mark Jackson, chief executive of the Baltic Exchange, said: “I would like to extend my sincere thanks to Lord Mountevans for his leadership as chairman since 2023, and we look forward to working closely with Guy Hindley as he takes on his new role.”